Maintenance Minute

In recent weeks, most of our residence halls completed their seasonal switch over to heating as campus shuts down its chilled water for cooling and increases steam production for heat. Each residence hall has different …

During the colder months of the year, our Facilities staff are ready to keep the sidewalks and entryways around the residence halls and dining units clear and safe for you to walk on. Safety is …

You play a critical role in creating a safe community for everyone, and your actions impact everyone else in the community as well as your safety. What can you do to make sure your residence hall space is safe and secure for your community?

Throughout the year, especially within enclosed spaces and during periods of significant humidity changes, moisture levels can increase in residence hall rooms. When excess moisture is present, this can lead to surface mold. Proper continued cleaning and moisture control are the best ways to reduce any chance of mold spores growing.

Fun fact: there is more bicycle parking on campus than car parking. That’s why so many students and staff choose biking to get around. It’s such an integral part of campus culture that there are many bicycle resources on campus to keep your bike’s gears turning. Learn how to keep your bike in good condition throughout the year.

October 2 is National Custodian Appreciation Day, and we are so excited to celebrate our custodians! While you may not see them all the time, they are an integral part of our lives in the residence halls and dining markets. They are here to take care of every aspect of our spaces so you can feel comfortable where you live.

As we approach the last months of the semester, why not make living in your room a little easier and more comfortable? You’ve got important finals, papers, and projects to work on soon, so let our Housing Facilities staff take care of those pesky quirks and problems in your room so you don’t have to worry about them. All you have to do is submit a maintenance request!

As used to electricity as we are, it’s easy to overlook the hazards it can bring. Improper use of outlets, power strips, phone chargers, or any item that uses voltage can pose a serious fire hazard in your residence hall room or anywhere. Read a few tips to keep you safe electrically.